Best Cheap Eats Restaurants in Larchmont
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Tu Madre - Larchmont
Bright flavors, creative taco fillings, and unbeatable happy hour deals.
Notable Picks
8.3
Tu Madre's Larchmont location delivers vibrant, craveworthy tacos in a playful, colorful setting. Its rotating menu features creative vegetarian options and mashups, making it a go-to for locals seeking affordable quality and variety. Happy hour means standout margaritas and taco specials that over-deliver for the price.
Must-Try Dishes:
Potato Taco, Chicken Taco, Margarita Slushy
What Makes it Special: Bright flavors, creative taco fillings, and unbeatable happy hour deals.
8.1
A family-run Veracruz specialist where the tamales are wrapped in banana leaves rather than corn husks, giving them a subtly sweet, earthy character that sets them apart from the standard LA tamale. The mole is the quiet anchor of the menu—rich enough to carry the enchiladas and tamales without leaning on heat. Priced for regulars who order by the dozen, it runs like a neighborhood commissary on a busy stretch of Melrose.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mole Tamales, Empanadas, Chilaquiles
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood standby for traditional Mexican tamales and antojitos on Melrose Ave
Worthy Picks
7.9
This no-frills Peruvian spot in a small strip mall has served exceptional ceviche and seafood for over two decades. The bright, casual space fills with neighborhood regulars seeking fresh lemon-cured fish and Peruvian-Chinese fusion dishes at reasonable prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ceviche Mixto, Chaufa de Mariscos, Lomo Saltado
What Makes it Special: Authentic Peruvian seafood with over 20 years serving the neighborhood
7.9
A late-night ramen counter built by veterans of Ippudo, Jinya, and Tatsu, running a dual-track menu that gives the vegan lineup the same seriousness as the pork-based bowls. The kitchen stays open until 3 AM, which makes it one of the few credible ramen options on the west side of Hollywood after midnight. Strip-mall setting with tight parking—order with purpose and expect a no-frills seat.
Must-Try Dishes:
Creamy Vegan Ramen, Pork Garlic Lovers Ramen, TNT Ramen
What Makes it Special: Built by alumni of Ippudo, Jinya, and Tatsu Ramen, with a dedicated vegan ramen line and kitchen open until 3 AM
7.7
Ben's Fast Food brings fresh, gluten-free and wholesome fare to New American fast food, offering slow-roasted protein bowls, homemade sauces and a modern approach to counter service. Praised for speedy convenience, health-conscious options and clean ingredient sourcing, it's a go-to for those seeking quick, nourishing meals in Koreatown. Locals love the late-night hours and reliably satisfying build-your-own bowls.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lemongrass Chicken Bowl, Beef Brisket Bowl, Homemade Sauces
What Makes it Special: All menu items are gluten, dairy, and soy free.